Comparative Characteristics of Anthropometric Indicators of Swimmers

Abstract

In such a sport as swimming, morphological features have a great influence on the giftedness and prospects of athletes, as well as record achievements, thereby causing different adaptation to various conditions of activity, which together affects the selection of the most talented athletes. Anthropometric data directly affect success in competitive activity, because physical qualities are directly proportional to physical performance. In this regard, the sports selection of promising athletes is a set of measures to identify talented athletes with a high level of abilities that meet the requirements of the specifics of this sport.